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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T417 MKLMOT history

T417 MKL is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 155,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
155,383 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T417 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T417 MKL was last recorded at 155,383 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 2,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,583 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,800 miles
Average per year
5,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,383 miles
  • 2025 – 152,583 miles
  • 2024 – 147,044 miles
  • 2023 – 139,212 miles
  • 2022 – 128,813 miles
  • 2021 – 118,526 miles
  • 2020 – 113,538 miles
  • 2019 – 110,662 miles
  • 2018 – 108,349 miles
  • 2017 – 106,350 miles
  • 2016 – 104,838 miles
  • 2015 – 102,658 miles
  • 2014 – 99,975 miles
  • 2013 – 96,900 miles
  • 2012 – 93,134 miles
  • 2011 – 89,667 miles
  • 2010 – 84,716 miles
  • 2009 – 79,334 miles
  • 2008 – 71,851 miles
  • 2007 – 62,816 miles
  • 2006 – 53,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,383 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (almost within 30cm of a seat mounting) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,383 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    155,383 miles
    Test number
    939241350383
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (almost within 30cm of a seat mounting) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail155,383 miles (+2,800)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,383 miles
    Test number
    953591968861
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (almost within 30cm of a seat mounting) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass152,583 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    152,583 miles
    Test number
    829238325804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,578 miles (+5,534)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,578 miles
    Test number
    125255883009
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,044 miles (+7,832)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    147,044 miles
    Test number
    766476742487
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,212 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,212 miles
    Test number
    185810221864
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail139,211 miles (+10,398)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,211 miles
    Test number
    399338597590
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,813 miles (+10,287)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    128,813 miles
    Test number
    988807404198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,526 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    557149749355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,538 miles (+2,876)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    113,538 miles
    Test number
    804069337804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,662 miles (+2,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    110,662 miles
    Test number
    238832223869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass108,349 miles (+1,999)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,349 miles
    Test number
    269258445146
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front wheels are tight to turn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass106,350 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,350 miles
    Test number
    246862022835
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail106,333 miles (+1,495)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,333 miles
    Test number
    649311347918
    • FailureEmissions not tested Alternator belt snapped during brake test. Exhaust blow is excessive. (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass104,838 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,838 miles
    Test number
    695300205406
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail104,838 miles (+2,180)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,838 miles
    Test number
    536133837568
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass102,658 miles (+2,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    102,658 miles
    Test number
    175592745197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass99,975 miles (+3,075)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,975 miles
    Test number
    257962734179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass96,900 miles (+3,766)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,900 miles
    Test number
    368887533137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass93,134 miles (+28)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,134 miles
    Test number
    286178232432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePower steering belt slipping at full lock

  21. Fail93,106 miles (+3,439)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,106 miles
    Test number
    475857532163
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePower steering belt slipping at full lock

  22. Pass89,667 miles (+4,951)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    738954031150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass84,716 miles (+5,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,716 miles
    Test number
    820811240105
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass79,334 miles (+7,483)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,334 miles
    Test number
    803134939178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,851 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    650122348155
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass71,851 miles (+9,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    932022848150
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass62,816 miles (+9,813)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,816 miles
    Test number
    813059047199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    53,003 miles
    Test number
    834017336199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T417 MKL

Does T417 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T417 MKL is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T417 MKL?
The MOT on T417 MKL is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T417 MKL done?
T417 MKL was recorded at 155,383 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 5,142 miles a year.
Has T417 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T417 MKL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T417 MKL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T417 MKL find?
T417 MKL passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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